About Dalgety House Museum
Dalgety House Museum is a heritage-listed former residence in Port Hedland, Western Australia, located on Anderson Street near the port precinct. Built in 1901 to house managers of Dalgety & Company, it now operates as a local history museum managed by the Port Hedland Historical Society. The museum displays photographs, artefacts and archives documenting the town's maritime, pastoral, mining and community history, offering insight into the Pilbara's development.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a restored early 1900s timber and iron residence set on elevated ground overlooking the port area. Inside, rooms are arranged with historical photographs, documents, domestic objects, maritime and mining artefacts, and displays on Port Hedland's development. The surrounding verandahs and garden provide views of the precinct. Visits are typically self-guided with volunteer guides available to explain exhibits and the building's history.
Key highlights
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Heritage-listed 1901 residence built for Dalgety & Company managers
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Collection of photographs, artefacts and archives on Port Hedland's maritime, pastoral and mining history
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Original timber-framed building with wide verandahs typical of North West architecture
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Volunteer-run displays managed by the Port Hedland Historical Society
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